The Big Map

During the construction of Glen Canyon Dam, The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation commissioned a scale model relief map of what would be Lake Powell and the surrounding area. Completed in 1967, this terrain relief model of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and surrounding area shows the topography as it actually exists. Our onsite staff are happy to give you a map “tour” and help point out some of our favorite areas.

River Runner History

Commercial river-running in the Grand Canyon began more than 150 years ago with John Wesley Powell, and through the efforts...
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